Deadman

Origin

From dead + man.

Full definition of deadman

Noun

1. (obsolete) A corpse''There is no deadman to be found at Deadman's Curve.
2. (construction) A long object, often a timber or log, buried to serve as an anchor for a wall or for stays.''The building code requires deadmen for retaining walls.
3. (rail transport) A cutout device with operates in the event of driver incapacity.